Santa Barbara, Goleta, Montecito, Carpinteria
Aardvark Dance for Kids / Movement Arts is a comprehensive educational program for children, teens and adults affiliated with the Motion Theatre Dance Company.
All classes focus on creativity, technique, strength, flexibility, musicality and theatrical expression. Aadvark Dance for Kids offers MaMa Mia, Creative Movement, Ballet, Modern, Jazz, & Tap classes for children 2 and UP. Classes are held in a beautiful studio near a peaceful garden setting. As a non-profit organization we are dedicated to providing the local and surrounding communities youth and professional dance instruction and performance opportunities. We offer partial and full scholarships to low income families. Movement Arts means a holistic approach to Dance, Yoga, Pilates and Movement. Please come and give yourself permission to move through space in the most natural way.
Our Adventure Climbing Center and Adventure Ropes Course parties are notorious for squeezing every last bit of energy out of your blustering babes. No need to contemplate making your child's party a sleepover. Take them to us first and they'll likely pass out over pizza. The name says it all.
If you've got a group of crazy swashbuckling adventurers on your hands, the Ropes Course is the perfect place for some crazy swashbuckling fun! We'll be having them walk the plank, trapeze down a zip-line and trudge across swinging rope bridges to their heart's content.
If it's rather a bunch of monkeys in your midst, keep them from bouncing off your walls by taking them to ours. The UCSB Adventure Climbing Center boasts the largest imprint climbing wall on the west coast. With nearly 30 vertical feet of bright & colorful holds, natural features and SWAT-style lowering systems, boredom is never an option.
General Pricing = $22/25 per person ($220/375 minimum charge for wall/ropes). Discounts available for school groups and non-profits. All ages.
Call or e-mail to reserve. Adventure Climbing Center - Laura.Bylund@essr.ucsb.edu; Ropes Course - Rick.VanHoorn@essr.ucsb.edu & Natalie.Brechtel@essr.ucsb.edu. 805.893.3737
We also offer kayaking, outdoor rock climbing and adventure trips for both kids and adults (call about private lessons or scheduled UCSB classes that are open to non-students).
Build your child's self esteem. Join baton twirling and pom!
Your child will learn how to twirl and have the opportunity to perform in parades, exhibitions and other performances! Your child will be invited to perform at different events such as a half-time show for the LA Clippers and at the Disneyland resort.
Your child will also learn hand-eye coordination, marching and dancing related to baton twirling, encouraged to be more outgoing.
Kids soccer program. Everyone plays, balanced teams, good sportsmanship, positive coaching, and open registration. The season runs from August-November.
Beach Stars Gymnastics is a recreational gymnastics club that teaches technical gymnastics in a creative and fun way. There is no other gym like it! When you walk in you are greeted with a 62 foot ocean mural behind a large boat which houses a trampoline, foam pit, bungee harness and a rock climbing wall! Boys & girls are given instruction on bars, balance beams, trampolines, tumbling, trapeze and rings each week! Cheerleading class offered. This is a very special place where only 10-12 kids are in the "beach gym" at a time.
Awesome birthday parties and theme-based summer camps like Harry Potter and Narnia are only part of what makes this amazing gym so special. Call for a free trial class! Tumbling trailer is available for birthday parties.
Camps: 4-12 years.
Cathedral Oaks Athletic Club is a great family club with tennis, swimming, fitness classes, child care and special events for children. Weekly classes for children include: ballet, martial arts and mini-muscles.
Private and Semi-private Swim Lessons: Non-members: Privates-$40 Semi-Privates (2 students)-$25 each person. Our private and semi-private swim lessons are offered to children and adults. Each swim lesson is 30 minutes long and is scheduled individually and tailored to each swimmer’s ability level.
Swim team is offered to children between the ages of 5-15 years of age. Junior membership is required to participate on the swim teams. We offer three different levels of swim teams for children between the ages of 5-15. Before starting, all children who are interested must be evaluated by Coach Mike Lewis to place them in the appropriate group.
Pre Swim team prepares ages 5-7 for the Novice Team. They focus primarily on freestyle and backstroke and receive an introduction to butterfly and breaststroke. This team meets T/TH from 4:00pm-4:30pm. Novice team is for ages 6-12. This group concentrates on the fundamentals of all 4 competitive strokes and works on endurance to prepare them for the Age Group team. Novice practices on Tues, Wed, TH 3:30pm-4:15pm. Age Group team is for ages 8-15. Swimmers at this level will gain greater endurance, and a better understanding of competition. Practice times are Monday/Wednesday 4:00pm-5:30pm and T/TH 4:00pm-5:15pm.
Tennis Clinics offered during Spring Break and Summer. Ages 5-17
CenterPoint Pilates is dedicated to excellence. We inspire growth and change, promote physical movement education and dedicate ourselves to the success of each client. We believe in continuing education and teach with respect, integrity and safety.
You can expect a supportive, non-competitive environment, one that is rich with quality hands on instruction from our PMA certified, senior and apprentice teachers.
Located in downtown Santa Barbara between the historic Arlington and Granda theatres, CenterPoint has two studios boasting stunning views of the Santa Ynez Mountains and the downtown scene. Both studios are airy and loft-like, have high ceilings, abundant space and natural light. The second floor studio at 1 W. Victoria is equipped with classic and contemporary equipment and serves our private, semi-private and group equipment classes and massage clients, while the ground level studio at 1233 State Street serves our group Pilates MAT, Spine Corrector, yoga, Nia, HoopDance, dance, dance-fitness and other various group movement classes and workshops. Creative Movement and Pilates classes are offered for ages 4-16, including mother-daughter and Teen classes.
Voted #1 by parents for Special Needs Sports in 2009 SBParent.com poll!
Challenger Little League Division is for boys and girls, ages 5-18, with physical and/or developmental "challenges." Wheelchair users welcomed.
More than 175 players and volunteers participate at our locations in Goleta, Carpinteria, Ojai and Ventura.
Opportunities for activities, afterschool basketball and seasonal activities available throughout the year. Educational workshops and get-togethers for families posted on website www.dpllchallengers.org OR contact: dpllchallengers@yahoo.com. Challengers "Team Up" with Santa Barbara Foresters (Santa Barbara's very own semi-pro ball team), for an Early Summer Camp in June - call for details.
Challenger Little League is a non-profit organization and HAPPILY accepts Volunteers and Donations for player scholarships. Your tax-deductible donation can be made to:
DPLL Challenger Division, P.O. Box 1243, Goleta, CA 93116. (Federal tax ID#23-7377558)
The Channel Islands YMCA is a charitable organization of seven YMCA branches serving Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties.
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MEMBERSHIP
People join the YMCA for a wide variety of reasons ranging from fitness needs to social and educational activities to child care. No matter what reason people join, they soon find that they are a part of a valuable community that is continually striving to build strong kids, strong families, and a stronger community. The YMCA is a welcoming community, one that embraces people of all abilities, incomes, races, and religions. We are a haven for many who find themselves caught up in the busy and hectic lifestyle of our modern world. We are a place to nurture ones spirit, mind, and body.
Visit www.ciymca.org or your local CIYMCA Branch for specific membership information:
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE
Channel Islands YMCA programs and services are available to everyone regardless of ability to pay. details
Channel Islands Youth and Family Services (YMCA) operates the only youth crisis shelter in our area serving youth ages 10-17 who are in need of temporary housing while resolving a crisis situation in the family. We offer residential services, counseling, referrals and support needed with the ultimate goal of reunification with the family if appropriate. We also have a 24 hour crisis hotline 1-866-435-7833 or 1-866-HELP TEEN. We work with runaway, homeless, abused, at-risk, foster care youth and families who just need help getting through a difficult time with their teen
The City of Carpinteria offers many aquatic programs at the Community Swimming Pool and the City Beach. Pool programs include swim lessons, age group swim team, lap swimming, aqua aerobics, Masters swimming.
Swim lessons are taught by certified lifeguards and swim instructors according to American Red Cross guidelines and are offered to all ages. Our Carpinteria Koi age group swim team is a wonderful way to keep your kids swimming all year long.
Ocean Recreation programs include...
These fun activities provide safety instruction and education pertaining to ocean dynamics and the marine environment. This summer the City will be launching a tennis program at the newly constructed tennis courts located on Palm Avenue. For more information on tennis and our other programs contact the Community Pool (805) 566-2417.
The City also provides facility rentals. We have barbecue areas at three neighborhood parks. These areas are made available by reservation and are a great venue for birthday parties and other informal gatherings. The Carpinteria Veterans' Memorial Building is another great location and venue for parties and meetings. The main hall is equipped with a commercial kitchen that is ideal for caterers. For more information on our facility rentals contact City Hall (805) 684-5405 x416
Visit this City site for complete information on affordable recreation classes for toddlers, youth, teens and adults;
The Parks & Recreation Activity Guide is available online. Easy online registration. www.sbparksandrecreation.com or 805-564-5418.
Solvang Parks and Recreation, in cooperation with Buellton Recreation, strives to provide fun and family-friendly recreational programming for all ages. Our motto is clear: "Smile more often. Do stuff with Rec." We offer several kid camps throughout the year as well as various enrichment programs and field trips. We also offer such programs for adults and senior citizens as well. Our programs and special events, the annual Halloween Haunted House and Easter Eggstravaganza, have been enjoyed for nearly two decades. We encourage you to see how we can make you smile.
Cool Brook Fitness is a personal training service in downtown SB. Located inside Dr. Mark Brisby's brand new "The Training Room", only one block from the Double Tree. CBF works with all ages and uses functional training for various fitness goals.
Ask about our boys soccer conditioning programs.
Dancing and etiquette classes with Ken and Miye Ota who taught Junior League at the Music Academy for over 17 years. Ballroom dancing classes with social graces/eitiquette taught to 5th/6th graders, 7th -12th grade as well as an ongoing intermediate class for teens. Ballroom is located in Old Town Goleta.
Swim Lessons, Lap Swim, and Open Swim. Each session consists of 10 half hour group lessons (5 kids max) costing $60.
Classes are taught every half hour from 11-2. Private Lessons offered from 2:30-4pm costing $75(Mon-Thurs).
Elings Park offers a variety of summer day camps for youth ages 5-12, many which are not found anywhere else in Santa Barbara. Join us this summer for rugby, BMX, mountain bike, sports activities, nature & games, baseball, theater, softball and soccer camps. Our beautiful, safe facilities are the perfect backdrop for outdoor sports, games and plain old fun! Inquire abour our Off Leash Dog Walking Access. NEW! Dog Training Classes
Camp fees are $180 per week (includes lunch and a camp T-shirt).
The Girls Golf Academy is fun, informative, awesome! This girls only golf program runs year around with classes during the school year and camps conducted during the Summer.
Instruction by Page O'Brien Jasinski who is a certified PGA Golf Professional and has many years teaching experience. Come join the fun: putting, chipping, sand, full-swing, rules and etiquette, practice games, golf arts and crafts, and playing time on the golf course!
With a minimum of 3 girls and a maximum of 6 girls (your daughters and their friends, perhaps?), Page can create a girls golf class at a day and time to fit your schedule.
Fall and Spring Classes at Ocean Meadows Golf Course for Girls 7-15 years old
Cost: $20 per girl/per class or $15 per girl per class if you're signing up more than one daughter.
SUMMER CAMPS at Ocean Meadows Golf Course:
Monday - Friday. 12:00pm - 3:00pm Girls 7-12 years old Girls 9-15 years old
Cost: $225 per girl per camp or $175 per girl per camp if you are signing up more than one daughter.
We provide gender specific classes for girls from the ages of 5 - 18 both after school and all day camps in the summer. We provide enrichment classes in science, math, techology, drama, sports, woodworking, auto repair, and many other teen programs.
Girls Inc. of Greater S.B. is dedicated to inspiring all girls to be strong, smart and bold through programs, activities and advocacy. Striving to meet the needs of girls and young women by providing them with educational and innovative programs which prepare them to lead successful, independent and fulfilling lives.
After school and summer programs for ages 5-14. Offer dance, cooking, computers, homework help, drawing, science, adventure sports, gymnastics, drama, painting and much more. School pick-up available. Open until 6:00p.m. CIT Program for teens. Where the best gymnasts train!
Gymnastics classes for: Ages 1-17 yrs.
Camp programs offered during Summer/Winter/Spring breaks. (Ages 4.5-18)
Aikido with Ki is a refined, graceful and effective martial art. Students develop patience, courtesy and acquire top physical condition while learning Aikido with Ki and Judo. Studio is located in Old Town Goleta. Classes for children ages 6-13 and teens/adults. Come to visit, the first class is FREE. Daily classes offered in the Summer.
Camp Ota is a summer camp for 6 years-teens.
Twin Lakes Golf Course is a family oriented golf and practice facility. We provide golfers at all levels the ultimate golf learning experience, offering an exceptional short game area, driving range and giant putting green. Our executive nine-hole golf course is designed to inspire accurate golf shots, game management and short game improvement. It is a fun test for the whole family.
At Twin Lakes we offer Golf Camps throughout the year.
For dates and more information about our camps, please visit my website. Private Lessons are available for all levels of golfers.
Discipline, self-confidence, respect, integrity, teamwork and responsibility are some of the core principles for personal success. These values, however, are rarely taught to children in schools. At Gracie Barra America, the practice of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is seen as a means to individual development, and our Kids and Juniors Program emphasizes development of these important life skills.
The kids and Juniors Jiu-Jitsu program is designed to:
Ask about throwing your child's Birthday Party at Gracie Barra Santa Barbara
Call today to schedule a FREE Kids or Adult Introductory Lesson!
Santa Barbara Youth Baseball for ages 7 to 14. NO BOUNDARIES – SERVING THE ENTIRE GREATER SANTA BARBARA AREA including ALL of Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria & Montecito. 36 years of outstanding tradition serving Santa Barbara area kids, in affiliation with PAL and co-sponsored by the City of Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Youth Baseball promotes the principles of the Positive Coaching Alliance to help kids have fun, set goals, practice sportsmanship, learn and play fundamental baseball and develop life skills through healthy competition and teamwork. Coaches, officials, players, and parents work together to create a positive youth baseball experience for boys and girls...and along the way, kids learn how to play and enjoy our national pastime!
Spring season runs late February to early June and is packed with practices, games and special events. Spring Season web registration available November 1 to January 31. In Person Registration at MacKenzie Park on Saturday Jan. 16 and Saturday Jan. 23. Spring Season Registration closes on Feb. 6. Fall Ball season runs September through November (Fall registration open July through August).
Gustafson Dance offers a full line-up of programs year-round for children ages 2 and up. We have Creative Dance classes for the youngest student, Pre-Ballet classes for children ages 3-5 and a graduated program of academic ballet for children ages 6 and up. In addition, we offer jazz and tap classes, as well as ballet for adults.
In the summers, our Dance Camps for 6-12 year olds, our Junior Intensive for more serious students aged 9-14, and our 1/2 day Mini Dance Camps for 3-8 year olds are very popular.
Please call or email us for more information! info@gustafsondance.com.
Hidden Oaks is the perfect "starters" golf course, and great for moms, kids and families. Located a beautiful setting near San Marcos High, the 9 hole, par 27 course has great views and lush greenery. Snacks and drinks available. Group or individual lessons offered. Reasonable green fees.
See website for Summer Junior Golf Camps: skill levels beginner thru intermediate, ages 5-14. Instructed by head pro Dave De Heras, PGA. Camps run M-F, 9am-1pm, and INCLUDE daily swimming in the Hidden Oaks Pool. Email: hiddenoaksgolfsb@yahoo.com
Unique Hip Hop Dance Program for Kids and Teens! Boys and Girls! Ages 5 and up. No previous dance experience necessary! Affordable tuition!
Your child will learn musicality and rhythm, body awareness through choreography, creativity through freestyle dance, AND get fit -- all while having a great time doing it! Music and choreography is age-appropriate and energetic.
Classes are held at Spectrum Athletic Club, Uptown and Goleta. Gym membership is not required!
Classes are also held at the following schools: Mountain View, Hope, Foothill and Vieja Valley.
Call 879-1797 or email hhkjamie@aol.com for class info.
All Around Horse Trainer: Start to Finish Competitive Trail Trainer & Coach, Youth Summer Horse Camps, Adult & Youth Riding/Horsemanship Lessons, Personal Trainer; Horse/Owner Team Troubled Horse Rehab & Repair English, Western & Bareback.
Camps: Summer & holidays (ages 8-14). Your children will receive a comprehensive foundational approach to horses as well as Riding Lessons each day.
Watch your child's fitness, awareness and self esteem grow this summer at Jang's Karate Camp. Taught by traditional Karate Master D.K. Jang and other qualified instructors, children 5 years old and up will have fun while learning real karate techniques and children's self defense. Kids love this activity-packed camp.
Camp meets Monday through Friday from 8:40 am to 11:40 am and costs $100 per Session.
Each session lasts one week. Session A runs 6/28/10 - 7/2/10 and Session B runs 8/9/10 - 8/13/10 . To register please call Laura at 805-729-2665.
Camp is held at Jang's Karate Center, a 4,000 ft2 facility with a resilient hardwood floor, conveniently located just off the freeway at 517 De La Vina in downtown Santa Barbara.
Jang's also offers childrens' classes and family classes weekday afternoons and evenings. Jang's Karate classes are taught by karate champion D.K. Jang. Master Jang inspires students young and old with his unique blend of humor, wisdom and live demonstrations. Ask about our family and multi-student discounts. To learn more about the studio visit our website www.jangskarate.com.
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We are a private swim school located on the Santa Barbara Westside. Our mission is to provide quality water safety programs for children, teenagers, and adults that live in a town that is all about the water, the ocean, and fun! We can also provide lessons in your pool.
MARTIAL ARTS, FITNESS KICKBOXING, HAPKIDO, KID'S MARTIAL ARTS
Martial Arts Family Fitness is committed to improving lives through the Martial Arts. Whether you are embarking on your journey towards Black Belt, or enrolling in one of our fitness programs, our aim is the same: to witness a change in the quality of your life and see you reach your highest goals. KUT program for adults.
Camps for 6-12 year olds.
Award winning, noncompetitive, program designed so that kids will succeed! Children 3 month thru 13 years of age develop strength, balance, coordination, flexibility and social skills through music, dance, relays, games, unique rides, gymnastics and FUN! We also host birthday parties. We also have MY GYM parties at your home or park. Contact us for more information.
Join us for Spring, Summer and Winter Camp. (ages 2.5-9 years)
Paddle Sports is a locally owned business which sells kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, clothes, shoes, ocean-wear and more. We offer kayak trips to the channel islands and along the coast. Rent a kayak from the Harbor (right in front of Brophy Brothers) and enjoy our local waters - kids love playing on the sand spit and seeing the sea-lions up close. We also offer other outdoor adventure opportunities.
Please visit our new location on Santa Claus Lane - the biggest Central Coast kayak store!
The Page Youth Center is a cornerstone of active recreation and fitness for kids from 6-18. The Center, whose mission is "building character through youth sports" takes pride in its excellent positive and compassionate approach to coaching and developing its kids. The Center offers a year round assortment of basketball and volleyball leagues and camps. And whether your child is a novice or very experienced the Page Youth Center is here with open arms!
New for 2010: Performing Arts Classes and Camps!
Sport/Olympic fencing instruction for children and families in the Santa Barbara area. Classes are organized according to age and ability, with opportunities for competitions and tournaments also available. We offer day camps and clinics during the summer months to introduce children to the sport in a fun-filled environment. Beginning camps are offered for those aged 8 to 12 and will vary by week according to age level. Call or visit our website for details.
We Specialize in Helping Beginners and Non-Beginners get started (or restarted) on the right foot with horses. Safely and Enjoyably. Our Qualified Instructor will give you Well-Rounded Guidance and Direction to insure your Successful Future with Horses!
We have after school camps, Saturday lessons for all levels and Summer camps. Call for details.
SB Aquatics Club - Swimming and Water Polo
From recreational swimming and skill building to competitive level Water Polo and Swim racing, the Santa Barbara Aquatics Club provides all levels of learning for the novice through the Gold Medal winner. Led by experienced, Olympic medal winners, SBAC ‘s program offers swimming and water polo programs designed for ages 7 - 18. Summer session runs May 17 through July 31 at Dos Pueblos High School and UCSB.
Have fun, make friends, get amazing exercise and build self-esteem by joining the Santa Barbara Aquatics Club.
SB Aquatics Club - Water Polo
Whether you want to compete at the National Junior Olympics or just have fun and get some exercise, Santa Barbara Water Polo Club is for you. Director Wolf Wigo, three time Olympian and Head Coach of Men's Water Polo at UCSB, leads a year-round program for kids ages 7 to collegiate. We compete in a wide range of recreational to highly competitive tournaments. New members are always welcome.
For more information contact Cindy Hill at 805.886-5511, or visit our website
At the Santa Barbara Athletic Club, you will find state-of-the-art equipment, spotless exercise areas, and a vast array of workout options. SBAC offers a wide variety of services...
Over 85 Pilates, Spinning, NIA, yoga, and many other classes. Personalized training with professionally certified trainers, The Club offers an 25 yard outdoor lap pool with four lanes, The pool is used regularly for instructed aqua-aerobics. A great feature to the pool area is the Club's outdoor weight room and Spinning® studio. SBAC is famous for squash & racquetball. There is a junior squash program for 7-18.
2 indoor locker rooms and 2 outside near the pool. The locker rooms feature saunas, steam rooms and spas. Free towel service and lockers are provided during each visit. Pro shop & Club cafe. During the year, the SBAC hosts private parties and gatherings for its members. Individual memberships are available for 12 years and over. Ask about our special junior student membership (45% off). There is a great childcare program 7 days a week. Pool is open to children 9am-1pm on the weekends. Kids swim lessons available.
Discover Santa Barbara's best kept secret and SB's BEST DANCE STUDIO according to Independent Readers for two years in a row! Under the direction of Alana Tillim and Steven Lovelace, SB Dance Arts is a comprehensive school of dance with a focus on proper technique, musicality and body awareness. We offer classes for all ages in Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Tap, Ballet Technique, Pilates, Saturday Classes, Tiny Tots, Adult Classes, and that is just to start! Learn the latest moves and proper technique from our amazing staff comprised of Broadway veterans and internationally trained professionals. Whether your dancer is a beginner or advanced or whether the aspiration is professional or enjoyment, we have a large menu of classes to meet the needs of your family. We believe dance is a creative force that promotes physical well-being, self-confidence and self-awareness. Come dance with us!
Introducing...The Dance Store!
From ballerina princesses and students in training to professionals, we are here to serve you with our knowledgeable staff. We carry a variety of dance basics, costumes, dresses, pettiskirts and the hottest lines in active wear.
Performing Company & Conservatory - official home of the Nutcracker at the Arlington. Unparalleled quality in the SB area.
"Build A Ballet" summer camp is geared for dancers age seven and up, beginning through advanced, designed for students interested in performances. The focus will be preparation and performance of a one act ballet based on traditional fairy tales. All students will be cast and celebrated in a Showcase Performance.
We offer a variety of developmental fun and competitive programs from 18 mos.-adult. Our Gymnastics and Trampoline teams are Nationally recognized. Children in our classes have been featured in commercials, TV, shows, and SB Opera productions. A year in our gymnastics program will help every child for life! We are home and proud sponsors to the Tri County Special Olympic gymnastics. We love beginners! Start Now!
Weekly Summer Camps offered for ages 3 and up (divided by age and ability). See Camp Calendar or website for details. Ask about our Birthday Parties.
Santa Barbara Hockey Association Youth League... We are a nonprofit, volunteer run organization promoting recreational inline hockey for players of all ages and skill levels, fostering friendship and physical fitness is a safe, sportsmanlike environment. We have Fall, Winter and Spring Seasons - come and skate with us! We have coed teams.
The Santa Barbara Sailing Center is proud to announce it's 22nd year of Youth Camps. From mid-June to through August (Monday - Friday sessions), we'll be offering Kayaking Camp in the morning (8:30am - 12:30pm) & Sailing Camp in the afternoon (1pm - 5pm). If you sign up for both camps, we'll have a supervised lunch from 12:30pm - 1pm. For more information, or to sign up online, please visit sbsail.com or call Ian at 805-962-2826 x102 or e-mail to school@sbsail.com. Camp Sessions are $175 per child per camp. The Santa Barbara Sailing Center also offers: Professional Sailing School, Sailing Club, Boat Rentals & Charters, Private and Corporate Events, and Public & Private Cruises aboard our 50' Sailing Catamaran, The Double Dolphin.
Santa Barbara Sea Shell Association - A fun, family-oriented organization teaching kids ages 8 to 15 to sail by racing their own boats. It takes place from April - October with sailing down at West Beach. Check out the personal page for details. Read story Noozhawk.com.
Santa Barbara Seals Surf School hopes to share the stoke of surfing with you today. Learn the etiquette, water safety, and technique of surfing with accredited surf instructors. We offer surf lessons, after school programs, and season surf camps.
CAMPS
For our younger students (8+ years) we have camps that present surfing as a lifestyle, covering water safety, ocean science, environmental awareness surf, etiquette and cultural heritage. These camps run during the summer months from June to August. Our beginner course is handled by the Santa Barbara Surf Adventures. This camp is stationed at Leadbetter Beach.
For older/more advanced students, we offer a weekly travel camp. We meet Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm. Pickup and drop off at The Beach House in SB. We will be traveling to Santa Barbara/Ventura County searching for the best surf and wave conditions each day.
Santa Barbara Soccer club is the premier youth soccer organization on the central coast. 30 Boys and girls U9-U19 teams compete at the highest levels of the game including the Coast Soccer League of Southern California. One of the best youth soccer leagues in the world. Our teams also compete annually in the prestigious US Youth Soccer National and State Cups having won 3 State Cups in the past 2 years.
U8 Program(open enrollment) runs from September to May on Friday afternoons focusing on individualized development of control of the body and control of the ball.
Santa Barbara SC is for the competitive and/or passionate soccer players who desire to play at the highest level possible. Support program/college liaison for high school players who are applying to college.
Wilson Swimming LLC offers private swim lessons all Summer.
Two one-week SB Swim Camps are held at UCSB.
2010 dates: June 14-18 and July 12-16 (ages 6-16) from 8:30am to 4pm daily.
Sibling discounts offered.
Mommy and Me swim classes offered on Thursday evenings at 5:30pm for children under 2.
The Santa Barbara Swim Club is recognized by USA Swimming as one of the top Swim Teams in the Nation. From fitness swimming, pre-competitive, High School and all the way to the Olympic Games: SBSC has a place for your child. Our professional, certified coaching staff is lead by 2008 USA Olympic Coach John Dussliere. Swimmers graduating from our team are currently swimming in college for Stanford, USC, Georgetown, Fresno State, Columbia, and Tufts, just to name a few. SBSC is a year-round swim team for kids 6-17 and offers training Monday-Saturday and competitions about once per month. SBSC has financial assistance available. The team utilizes locations at Los Banos Del Mar pool and UCSB Rec Center pool. Call the swim office anytime to schedule free skill assessment.
Youth TACKLE football.
Registration begins in May thru mid-June, no late sign ups, check back in April for specific dates/times. Age/weight requirements. Some scholarships available, full and partial, upon request/qualification.
First parent meeting takes place in the end of July. Practices begin first Monday in August thru mid-December for playoffs/Superbowl. Games played on Saturdays, locally and from El Rio to Nipomo.
Introductory level youth girl's lacrosse in an After School Program format. Two days a week girls will come outside when class is over at their school and receive 90 minutes of fun lacrosse instruction from college players. The registration fee of $195 will include all equipment and practice gear. Scholarships will be available to families unable to afford the full registration fee.
The Santa Barbara Youth Sailing Foundation is a non-profit corporation whose sole purpose is to develop in young people, through the sport of sailing, attributes of self-reliance, responsibility, teamwork and sportsmanship, together with a constant awareness of the requirements of safety.
In the summer, the Foundation sponsors a 10-week sailing program which is open to children between 8 and 17 years of age. Instruction is provided in beginning, intermediate and advanced levels, using several different types of one-design performance dinghies, including the US Sabot, Optis, Laser, Laser Radial, CFJ, and 420.
For more information go to www.sbyf.org or call 805/965-4603.
Santa Barbara City College Continuing Education (aka "Adult Education") is a wonderful resource for parenting classes throughout the school year. Most are free or have low optional fees. For a detailed list of current classes, connect to our website.
Over 100 businesses and organizations will be at La Cumbre Plaza to provide a free fun activity for the kids and to share information on their programs with you!
Special Olympic serves 300 children, teens and adults with intellectual disabilities in the Santa Barbara area. We also offer "School Games" for youth ages 8-18 in the Carpinteria Unified Schools, Hope District Schools, Goleta District Schools, Santa Ynez District Schools, and Ojai District schools.
We provide year-round sports training and competition in ten sports including: aquatics, athletics (track and field) basketball, bowling, bocce, floor hockey, gymnastics, soccer, softball and tennis.
We are currently partnering with AYSO to offer the VIP soccer program.
Special Olympics provides a wonderful opportunity for children with intellectual disabilities including autism to participate in sports and competition giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
To volunteer and for more information about our upcoming sports seasons contact Ashley Haug. ahaug@sosc.org
Surf Happens, Santa Barbara's premier surfing school is excited to introduce you to the spirit of Aloha and the amazing "Choose Your Own Adventure" lifestyle which embodies the sport of surfing, Santa Barbara style!
Whether this is your first time paddling out, you and your family are looking for a fun and exciting water activity, are in need of getting away from work and responsibilities, or looking for a new form of fitness, surfing is your outlet.
We offer All Ages beginning - advanced coaching sessions that focus on the development of a surfers mental and physical fitness as well as understanding of the Ocean and environment. Our systematic approach is guaranteed to have you surfing your best!
We also get you into our lifestyle and way of living. Healthy living is happy living! All students learn about the history of the sport of surfing, the fundamentals of water safety such as how to read the wind, waves, tides, and currents (WWTC), and about the four primary surfing spots found. In addition, we focus upon teaching correct surfing etiquette while introducing the turtle philosophy.
Large group outings are welcome! We set up private Beach Parties for corporations, birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and just about every occasion. Ever had a beach Pinata?
All instructors have had background checks, are CPR & First Aid certified by the American Red Cross, have graduated from the Surf Happens surf specific life saving course, as well as taking our instructor training program and undergoing an initial 150 hour evaluation period.
Locally owned and operated by Santa Barbara native Chris Keet. 10th anniversary summer 09 as Surf Happens. Services:
SwimSB offers innovative, progressive, and internationally-recognized swimming/teaching techniques. With over 12 years of instructing experience, Sarah Fretwell will help you introduce your infant/toddler to the water or take your child from pre-swimming to water safe. Sarah works with children/adults to increase body awareness in the water, working with techniques that easily train muscle memory, and as a result, building proper/effective swimming technique for life. For your convenience, lessons are taught year-round in your home pool or in a private, heated pool. Rates are $38 per 1/2 hour. All ages ocean swimming/ safety skills also available.
Private Swimming Lessons Ages 2 weeks - adult Swim With Phyn offers customized lesson plans to cultivate you or your child's unlimited swimming ability. Attentive one-on-one instruction provides for a safe environment and happy swimmers. We specialize in the very young and the young at heart. Heated Indoor swimming pool (92 degrees) allows for minimizing the discomfort of being cold and the private setting makes it distraction-free. New indoor pool gives even the more advanced swimmer a place to grow. The pool is located in Old Town Goleta near 7-11, allowing for easy access. We offer baby group classes and toddler group classes, which give parents a chance to interact and have fun in a group setting. Spaces fill quickly so call early to book your reserved time slot. Call or email swimphyn@hotmail.com. You can also check the blog at http://swimwithphyn.blogspot.com/.
The First Tee at Twin Lakes goals are to provide junior golfers:
There are four 9-week sessions starting:
Classes are held Thursdays after school from 3:30-5:00 and Saturdays at 8:00-9:30. For more information, click here.
UCSB offers Red Cross Swim lessons, levels 1-6 am & pm.Children must be at least 4 years old and potty trained. Instructors are Red Cross certified in WSI & lifeguarding. Five 2-week sessions M - F, 25 min @ , 3-5 children/group.
Summer Family Pool Memberships available. Great summer recreation for the entire family. Swimming, cardio, weight room, and more.
We provide services to youth ages 5-18 in 5 core areas: Character & Leadership Development, Education & Career Development, Health & Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports, Fitness & Recreation. Membership is $20/yr. Our drop-in program is offered 1:00-7:00pm, M-F. Licensed daycare is also available.
Summer Day Camp June - August, 7:30am-6pm for kids K-6 grade. Licensed facility with structured am programs, afternoon field trips.
Instructional youth volleyball league for boys and girls ages 7-15. Focuses on the fundamentals of volleyball with an emphasis on positive reinforcement. "Every Child Plays"
Specializing in infants 2 1/2 months through adults at three locations with warm water. Classes led by a group of talented and energetic professionals dedicated to your child's success in swimming. The owner and outstanding staff have re-defined "the swim lesson" experience for thousands of children by providing a unique, creative animated and challenging style of teaching that keeps children smiling, swimming, and safe! Our program enables a child to obtain swimming skills at the earliest possible age that they are able to acquire and apply them. "A Gift for Life" Sign up now! Non-competitive swim team available once they have progressed through the program.
Classical ballet studio with Ellen Schipper.
Camps are June 22 - July 3 - 4-13
Call for more details or information.
Come see what everyone is talking about at Zodos Bowing & Beyond. Zodos has something for everyone with a brand new arcade, bowling, and great food from Z’s Taphouse and Grill. Whether you’re hungry for food or hungry for fun Zodos has it all. Including free bowling for kids all summer long. Go to Zodos.com to find out what’s happening at Zodos Bowling and Beyond this summer. Come for the bowling stay for the food.
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